A Family's Time In Early Intervention

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I love working with a diverse range of families. Each family that we serve has unique needs and desires for their child. I really enjoy the process of getting to know families, helping them develop a plan that aligns with their vision for their family, and shaping that plan as they travel their road in Early Intervention.

Perhaps what I enjoy most is when I see how a family’s time in Early Intervention has empowered them to understand and advocate for their child. Sometimes this is demonstrated by a parent vocalizing what they want at a preschool transition meeting, or sharing a recent success they have had, or simply by speaking in an informed manner about the concerns they have for their child and what we’re doing to address them. All of

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